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Boulder Divorce Attorney and Family Lawyers Focused on Men

Cordell & Cordell Boulder divorce attorney and family lawyers are ready to help you establish goals for your divorce, child custody and finances. Our Boulder divorce lawyers have a comprehensive understanding of Colorado divorce law.

Cordell & Cordell Boulder divorce attorney and family lawyers are focused entirely on domestic relations. This allows our attorneys to have a vast understanding of the challenges you face. This is only enhanced by their focus on men's divorce. Our family lawyers can help you protect your interests and the interests of your children.

To schedule an appointment with a Boulder Divorce Attorney, call 303-221-3237 or 1-866-DADS-LAW. One of our representatives will be glad to speak with you. Cordell & Cordell Boulder Divorce Lawyers - Located at 1900 Ninth Street, Suite 200, Boulder, CO 80302. Phone: 303-221-3237 .

Frequently Asked Boulder Divorce Questions

How long do I have to live in Boulder before I can file for divorce?

Boulder does not have a specific residency requirement, but it is subject to a 90-day state of Colorado residency requirement.

Is there a mandatory waiting period in Boulder before a divorce can be granted? How long will a divorce take?

The mandatory waiting period is 90 days.

Colorado rules do not allow any activity on the case to take place, other than the exchanging of financial information and the Initial Status Conference, for the first 40 days after the Petition is filed.

It would probably take a minimum of 2-5 months to get even the least complex divorces finalized and at least 6-12 months to finalize complex divorces. Some cases take well over a year if there are contested child custody issues, substantial amounts of property to divide, and other such issues.

How can I serve my spouse in Boulder? If attempts to serve do not work, can I serve by publication?

You would serve your spouse by utilizing a private process server or a sheriff/constable.

You can serve by publication by filing a motion with the court that meets certain requirements, including attaching affidavits or other evidence to substantiate what efforts you made to personally serve your spouse and obtaining a court order to allow you to serve the other party by publication.

In Boulder, the notice would typically be published in the Denver Post because it’s a national publication that would (theoretically) provide notice to persons both in and outside of the state of Colorado.

What are the specific forms I will need to file for a divorce in Boulder?

In Boulder (Boulder County), you have to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, a Case Information Sheet, and a Summons to begin a divorce action and you have to serve all of them on the other party.

Where do I file for divorce in Boulder County?

You can file for divorce at the Justice Center for the Boulder County District Court at 1777 Sixth St. in Boulder.

How much are the filing fees at the Boulder County District Court?

Filing fees are $230 to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage.

Are there any Boulder County-Specific laws that are different from how other family law cases around the state are handled?

Although local customs and standards of practice often differ by county and/or division, there are no legal or procedural rules that differ because all of them are promulgated and applied on a statewide basis.

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